FranceParis-Saclay Eiffel Scholarship 2027 is the France Excellence Eiffel programme administered through Université Paris-Saclay to support foreign students at Master and Doctoral levels with a monthly allowance and direct coverage of certain prestations.
Université Paris-Saclay accepts, supports and submits candidate applications to Campus France for the France Excellence Eiffel scholarship and provides internal selection, contacts, and guidance for both Master and Doctoral applicants.
Paris-Saclay Eiffel Scholarship Benefits
- Monthly allowance of €1,200 for Master level
- Monthly allowance of €2,100 for Doctorate level
- Direct coverage of several prestations (prise en charge directe de plusieurs prestations)
- Master scholarship duration: 12 months maximum for Master 2
- Master scholarship duration: 24 months maximum for Master 1
- Doctorate scholarship duration: 36 months for first-year doctoral primo-arrivant·es (no cotutelle)
- Doctorate scholarship duration: 12 months maximum for 2nd or 3rd year doctorates
- Doctorate scholarship duration: 18 months maximum for 1st or 2nd year doctorates
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Paris-Saclay Eiffel Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Master: foreign nationality and born after 31 March 1997
- Master: must be in initial training only
- Master: eligible fields include Biology and health, Transition ecological, Mathematics and digital, Engineering sciences, History/language/civilization French, Law/Political science, Economics/Management
- Master: candidates already studying in France are not eligible
- Master: only first-time candidates presented by a single institution are eligible
- Master: scholarship not cumulative with another French government scholarship
- Doctorate: foreign nationality and born after 31 March 1991
- Doctorate: eligible fields include Biology and health, Transition ecological, Mathematics and digital, Engineering sciences, History/language/civilization French, Law/Political science, Economics/Management
- Doctorate: only first-time doctoral candidates presented by a single institution are eligible
- Doctorate: scholarship not cumulative with another French government scholarship
- Doctorate 2027: University will only support applications for international cotutelle topics (12 to 18 months)
- The field ‘History, language and French civilization’ is reserved for French-language programmes
How to Apply for Paris-Saclay Eiffel Scholarship
- For Master: contact the programme coordinator of the desired training before 26 November 2026
- For Master: consult the Master’s catalogue at https://www.universite-paris-saclay.fr/formation/deuxieme-cycle
- For Master: describe your studies, institution/country, results, class rank, professional experience and project when contacting the coordinator
- For Master: submit the required supporting documents to the programme coordinator as requested
- For Master: only one candidature per student will be presented to the Eiffel jury
- For Master: follow the University Paris-Saclay standard application procedure from February 2027
- For Doctorate: apply via ADUM between 1 October and 6 November 2026
- For Doctorate: provide a signed cotutelle agreement or documents attesting to a cotutelle project
- For Doctorate: join the required documents (merged PDF per category) including passport copy, cotutelle convention or project proof, global thesis financing plan, CV, current enrollment certificate if applicable, three years of transcripts, diplomas, motivation/project letter, thesis presentation and scientific expert assessment
- If preselected (Doctorate): provide proof of research-language mastery if required and institutional assessments and expert CVs as listed in the preselection requirements
- Doctorate submissions must follow ADUM and Paris-Saclay cotutelle procedures and include completed templates where required
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Thursday, 26 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Paris-Saclay Eiffel Scholarship. These answers cover nationality eligibility, studying in France, where to find thesis offers, financing for doctoral candidates, and required templates.
If I am binational with French nationality, can I apply?
The France Excellence Eiffel scholarship is reserved for students of foreign nationality; binationals with French nationality are not eligible.
If I am a foreign national currently studying in France, can I apply?
Master level: students currently studying in France are not eligible. Doctorate level: students studying in France are eligible but those studying abroad are given priority.
Where can I find thesis offers for the Eiffel doctoral programme?
Thesis offers are published on ADUM at https://adum.fr/psaclay/pt under “Eiffel Program of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs for foreign doctoral candidates” for 2027-28.
Is it necessary to plan other funding for a doctoral candidature?
You should plan other financing so that the total duration of the doctorate is funded.
Is there a model to follow for the thesis financing plan?
You can use the University’s model of the financing plan, downloadable from the page (eiffel_plan_financement-planned_budget_fr-en.docx).
How long does the Paris-Saclay Eiffel Scholarship provide funding?
The funding duration depends on the study level. Master’s students may receive support for up to 24 months for Master 1 or 12 months for Master 2. Cotutelle PhD candidates may receive 12 or 18 months of funding, depending on their doctoral stage.
What is the monthly stipend for Eiffel PhD scholarship recipients?
The Paris-Saclay and Campus France overview reports a monthly stipend of €2,100 for PhD recipients. However, applicants should confirm the applicable amount with the university because the downloadable English regulations may show a different figure.
Does the Eiffel Scholarship cover tuition fees and accommodation?
The Eiffel Scholarship does not directly cover school bills or guarantee free accommodation. However, eligible recipients benefit from exemptions from certain national registration fees at eligible public institutions, along with travel, insurance, and accommodation-search assistance.
Which academic fields are eligible for the Paris-Saclay Eiffel Scholarship?
Eligible fields include biology and health, ecological transition, mathematics and digital technology, engineering sciences, law and political science, economics and management, and French history, language, and civilization. Some field-specific restrictions apply.
Do applicants need IELTS or French language proficiency to apply?
IELTS is not a universal scholarship requirement. Language requirements depend on the selected degree programme. Applicants to French-taught programmes may need to demonstrate French proficiency, while English-taught programmes follow their own language requirements.
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